Austrian Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Austrian Airlines allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for free on most fares. Economy Light fares do not include a free checked bag, with fees starting at $75 for transatlantic flights.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Austrian Airlines (OS) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 55x40x23 cm, 8 kg max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 40x30x10 cm. Includes purse, laptop bag, or small backpack. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Light: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each). First: 3 bags (32 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | $75 on flights between Europe and US/Canada (Economy Light) |
| Second Bag Fee | $90-$285 depending on route and whether purchased online or at check-in |
| Overweight Fee | $45-$460 depending on route and whether it exceeds weight or both weight and size |
| Oversized Fee | $125-$635 depending on route and whether it exceeds size or both size and weight |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Skis/snowboards free if within allowance (except Light fares/US routes). Golf bags: $70-$250 depending on route. Bicycles: $70-$250. Surfboards: $110-$400.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (max 125 cm, 8 kg) allowed as carry-on. Larger instruments require an extra seat or must be checked as baggage.
International Rules
Economy Light has no free checked bags. Premium Economy gets 2 bags (23 kg each) on intercontinental routes. Business gets 2 bags (32 kg each). First Class gets 3 bags (32 kg each).
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Book Economy Classic instead of Economy Light if you need a checked bag. 2. Pay for extra baggage online in advance to save money compared to airport prices. 3. Join Miles & More for frequent flyer baggage benefits. 4. Pack sports equipment within your standard allowance to avoid extra fees.
Unique Nuances
Austrian Airlines allows one item of skiing or snowboarding equipment per person free of charge in addition to the free baggage allowance on most routes. Strollers under 10 kg can be checked for free at the gate. HON Circle, Senator, and Star Alliance Gold members get extra baggage allowances.